Seeds systems and varietal choices in organic vegetable production
A case study on seed systems in the vegetable organic sector, regarding small-scale farming in the French Alps. This research examines how the economic, technical, educational and social context influences the choices of farmers when choosing varieties and seeds.
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A case study was carried out to characterize seed systems that supply the vegetable organic sector, specifically in the context of small-scale farming in the French Alps.
The research provides a map of seed systems and identifies the criteria used by stakeholders for their varietal choices. This research then examines how the economic, technical, educational and social context influences the seed choices of vegetable farmers, towards F1 hybrids or open-pollinated varieties.
